Nicky Phlox
The Nicky Phlox is a captivating garden perennial, celebrated for its striking magenta-purple blooms that appear from mid-summer. Its densely clustered flowers, resembling hydrangea heads, are highly fragrant and ideal for cutting, making them perfect for bouquets. This variety features strong stems and lush, deep-green foliage, providing a long-lasting display of vibrant color. As a North American native, the Nicky Phlox is a resilient and rewarding addition to any garden, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds while offering deer resistance. Simple treatments can manage potential mildew, ensuring its beauty throughout the season.
$10.65
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-61%
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Botanical Name
Phlox paniculata Nicky
/ Phlox paniculata Nicky
Who it's for
- Vibrant, Deep Coloration
- Strong Fragrance and Pollinator Magnet
- Excellent Vertical Presence
Who should skip it
- High Powdery Mildew Risk
- Requires Regular Maintenance
- Potential Need for Staking
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Phlox paniculata Nicky
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Mature Height
30-36 inches tall
Mature Spread
12-24 inches wide
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Average
Bloom Time
Mid to late summer
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Features
- Striking magenta-purple blooms add vibrant color.
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden.
- Deer resistant for natural garden protection.
- Fragrant flowers are perfect for cutting.
- Easy-to-grow perennial for continuous beauty.
- Long season of mid-summer color.
- Native North American species heritage.
- Tightly-clustered, hydrangea-like blooms.
What customers say
Customers highly recommend the Nicky Phlox for its exceptional long-term performance and vibrant deep magenta color, which perfectly matches catalog descriptions. A major draw is its strong fragrance and effectiveness as a pollinator magnet, attracting many butterflies and hummingbirds. While the initial bare root or plug size sometimes requires patience for establishment, leading to slow first-year growth, the stock arrives healthy. Those who wait are rewarded with robust, vigorous growth and reliable hardiness in subsequent years. This perennial delivers excellent garden value for dramatic summer color once established.
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